Jonathan Armstrong

Jonathan Armstrong is a globally recognised authority on law, technology, and compliance, known for translating the complexities of AI governance, cyber risk, and regulation into clear, actionable strategy. A Professor at Fordham Law School, Partner at Punter Southall Law, and Co-Founder of L-EV8, he has advised on some of the most significant cyber incidents of the last two decades and has been named by Thomson Reuters as one of the UK's most influential voices in compliance and fintech. His keynotes equip leaders to navigate the intersection of innovation and accountability with confidence, delivering practical insights that help organisations manage risk, seize opportunity, and build resilient, ethically sound businesses in a fast-moving technological landscape.

Jonathan Armstrong has advised organisations through some of the most high-profile cyber incidents of the last two decades, from boardroom crises triggered by ransomware attacks to navigating the legal and ethical fallout of emerging technologies. His work sits at the intersection of law, innovation, and risk, where the decisions leaders make today shape not only commercial outcomes but also public trust, regulatory scrutiny, and the future of responsible technology. As a Professor at Fordham Law School, Partner at Punter Southall Law, and Co-Founder of innovation consultancy L-EV8, Jonathan operates at the cutting edge of AI governance, data privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance, helping organisations move forward with confidence in an environment defined by complexity and constant change. His ability to distil technical, legal, and ethical challenges into clear, human terms has made him a trusted voice for leaders who must balance innovation with accountability.

Jonathan's authority in the field is both deep and widely recognised. Named by Thomson Reuters as one of the UK's most influential figures in compliance and fintech, he has also been acknowledged by Onalytica, Legal Experts, and Security Serious for his contributions to data protection and information security. A Super Lawyer and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, he serves as Vice-Chair of the New York State Bar Association's International Section and regularly appears on the BBC and international media to explain the legal and ethical dimensions of technology in ways that resonate with both specialists and general audiences. His expertise spans boardroom strategy, global policy development, and frontline crisis response, positioning him as a rare combination of practitioner, academic, and strategic adviser. Jonathan's work influences not only how organisations respond to risk, but how they design systems, culture, and governance structures that anticipate and mitigate harm before it occurs.

As a speaker, Jonathan delivers content that is immediately practical, grounded in real-world experience, and designed to leave audiences with tools they can use. Whether addressing AI regulation, cybersecurity strategy, compliance in flux, or the ethical responsibilities of leadership in a digital age, he combines depth with accessibility, offering clarity without oversimplification. Having spoken across more than 15 countries, including the US, China, Brazil, Japan, Korea, Mexico, and throughout Europe, Jonathan understands how to engage diverse audiences and adapt his message to different contexts and challenges. His presentations equip leaders to make smarter decisions under pressure, manage emerging risks with confidence, and build organisations that are not only compliant but resilient, innovative, and trusted. Audiences leave with a clearer sense of what matters, what's coming, and how to act.